{"product_id":"afghanite-mineral-specimen-uv-reactive-blue-afghanite-on-matrix-from-afghanistan","title":"Afghanite Mineral Specimen on matrix – UV Reactive from Afghanistan","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003erare collector's specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e of blue \u003cstrong\u003eAfghanite\u003c\/strong\u003e set in a natural matrix of white calcite and warm tan-brown minerals. Under a UV flashlight, the specimen lights up with a bright fluorescent glow — a standout piece for any fluorescent mineral collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of a kind — you will receive the exact specimen shown in the photos.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Afghanite:\u003c\/em\u003e Afghanite is a rare blue mineral first discovered in 1968 at the famous Sar-e-Sang lapis lazuli mines in the Badakhshan Province of Afghanistan, the country it is named after. It forms in the same marble deposits as lapis lazuli and is prized by collectors for its blue color and its fluorescence under ultraviolet light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV Reactive:\u003c\/strong\u003e This specimen fluoresces under longwave UV light, and the calcite in the matrix may glow as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMetaphysical Meaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfghanite is known as a stone of higher awareness and clear communication. Many people work with it to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance intuition:\u003c\/strong\u003e said to open the Third Eye and support inner guidance and psychic insight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeak your truth:\u003c\/strong\u003e associated with the Throat Chakra, encouraging honest, confident communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear the mind:\u003c\/strong\u003e believed to dissolve mental clutter and bring calm clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeepen meditation:\u003c\/strong\u003e its blue energy is said to quiet the mind and support spiritual connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrystal Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3.5\" across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanite with calcite matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV reactive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, fluoresces under longwave UV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Throat, Third Eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntentions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intuition, Communication, Clarity, Meditation, Higher Awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaw specimen — handle gently and set it on a soft, stable surface. The matrix contains calcite, so keep it dry and avoid water cleansing. Dust with a soft, dry brush. Cleanse with moonlight, sound, or smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are shared for spiritual and educational purposes and are not a substitute for medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Magick Souls","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67643130020066,"sku":"AFGHN002","price":77.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4722\/5570\/files\/94ED8C14-7EFD-4374-B453-2CA47A174251.png?v=1791552190","url":"https:\/\/magicksouls.com\/products\/afghanite-mineral-specimen-uv-reactive-blue-afghanite-on-matrix-from-afghanistan","provider":"Magick Souls","version":"1.0","type":"link"}